CUPE
Job Title: Unit Clerk
Status: Regular Part Time
Department: Critical Care Unit - Bowmanville
Program: Critical Care
Days and Weekends - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Bowmanville
Wage Schedule: $28.980 - $30.290 per hour
CUPE: 2600001449 (subsequent)
Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!
This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 4 June 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 9 June 2026.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Unit Clerk is responsible for: performing a wide variety of clerical duties including; maintaining patient charts; transcribing doctor's orders;facilitating the admission/discharge/transfer process; acting as a receptionist; maintaining a variety of statistical information for the unit; answering the telephone and taking accurate messages; calling in staff in accordance with the applicable collective agreements; assisting in coordinating staffing; inputting into the computer and writing reports; and performing other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Medical Office Administration Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience in a hospital clerical or medical office setting;
- Previous experience transcribing doctor's orders;
- Proven knowledge of medical terminology and good keyboarding skills (35 wpm) tested;
- Proven knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (tested);
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and to demonstrate initiative;
- Proven organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize them;
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
- Physically capable of performing the work including reaching, bending, pulling;
- Proven ability to work productively in a busy environment with many interruptions and distractions;
- Must have a satisfactory performance record;
- Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in service education in this area
At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact
[email protected] .
Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.
Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.
Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
